The Meriva Collection

Overview

The Meriva Collection is a master-planned waterfront community by Ellington Properties on Dubai Islands. Rather than a single tower, it is laid out as a pedestrianised beachfront enclave made up of four residential collections: Meriva Sunset, Meriva Gardens, Meriva Shores and Meriva Signature. Walkways, waterways and landscaped gardens link the buildings to each other and to a private beach, so most of daily life inside the community happens on foot.

The project is under construction and completion is scheduled for June 2030. Homes are apartments from one to four bedrooms plus four-bedroom penthouses, with a launch price from AED 2,900,000. Freehold ownership is open to eligible buyers. Among the off-plan projects Dubai currently has on its newer islands, this one is shaped around the beach and a slower, walkable routine rather than around a city-centre address.

Location and connectivity

Dubai Islands is a newer part of the Dubai real estate map and is still taking shape, with beaches, resorts, marinas, entertainment venues and golf courses forming part of its plan. Inside The Meriva Collection, meandering waterways connect each residential building with the gardens, wellness spaces, retail and the beachfront. For trips out, the owner's published drive times, all approximate and traffic-dependent, are:

• Dubai International Airport: approximately 10 minutes
• Gold Souk: approximately 12 minutes
• Gold Souk Metro Station: approximately 20 minutes
• Port Rashid: approximately 20 minutes
• Downtown Dubai, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall: approximately 25 minutes

The airport is the closest major link, which matters if you travel often. The nearest Metro station on the list is around 20 minutes away by car, so plan on driving or taxis for most trips. For anyone weighing Dubai Islands properties, that is the honest trade-off: a quieter beach setting in exchange for a longer run to Downtown.

The residences

Each of the four collections has its own character, which gives buyers a real choice of setting within one project:

• Meriva Sunset sits on the highest point of the community, placed for open sea views and sunrise and sunset outlooks, with raised terraces and large areas of glazing.
• Meriva Gardens is surrounded by planting, shaded paths and waterways, and is the greener, more sheltered option.
• Meriva Shores is the collection closest to the private beach, with natural textures and open terraces.
• Meriva Signature is a limited set of residences and penthouses with sculptural architecture, high ceilings, large terraces and sea views.

Across the collections, the architecture uses curved forms, warm natural materials and generous terraces to blur the line between inside and outside. The developer's published sizes are:

• 1 bedroom: 832 to 880 sq ft
• 1 bedroom corner: from 1,007 sq ft
• 2 bedrooms: from 1,272 sq ft
• 2 bedrooms plus study: from 1,376 sq ft
• 3 bedrooms: from 1,747 sq ft
• 3 bedrooms plus study, corner: 2,189 to 2,321 sq ft
• 4 bedrooms dual aspect: from 3,176 sq ft
• 4 bedroom penthouse: 4,169 to 4,648 sq ft

There are no studios. The range starts at a one-bedroom of more than 830 sq ft, and every layout is planned as a full home. These are luxury apartments Dubai families can treat as a main residence rather than a holiday base. If you are comparing apartments for sale in Dubai by layout, the corner and dual-aspect units deserve a close look, because they take light and views from more than one side.

Amenities

The amenity list is long and leans towards outdoor and family use, which fits the beach setting:

Wellness and fitness

• Adult swimming pools and a lap pool
• Fully equipped fitness studio and outdoor fitness area
• Pilates and yoga studio
• Sauna and changing facilities
• Jogging track and a cycling and scooter track

Beach and lifestyle

• Private beach access
• Club lounge, pool bar and juice bar
• Water lagoons and cascading water features
• Landscaped gardens and barbecue areas
• Sun loungers and cabanas
• Retail promenade

Family and recreation

• Children's pool, splash park and indoor and outdoor play areas
• Basketball court, padel court and mini golf
• Giant outdoor chess
• Games room and cinema room

Social and work spaces

• Jazz lounge and community seating areas
• Podcast studio
• Phone booths for private calls

About the developer

Ellington Properties is a boutique Dubai developer with a design-led approach, known for elegant architecture, premium finishes and attention to detail. Its focus is on refined residential communities. Buyers comparing Ellington projects should note that The Meriva Collection works at the scale of a neighbourhood: four collections, shared waterways and a beachfront. That gives the developer's design focus a large amount of outdoor space to work with.

Pricing and payment plan

The launch price starts at AED 2,900,000. Individual prices by collection and unit type are not listed on this page, so ask us for the current price list and availability before you compare it with other properties for sale in Dubai. The payment plan Dubai buyers are offered is:

• 20% on booking
• 50% during construction
• 30% on handover

Worked on the launch price alone, that is AED 580,000 at booking, AED 1,450,000 spread over the construction period and AED 870,000 at handover. The construction instalment dates are fixed in the sale and purchase agreement, so read that schedule against your own cash flow. With completion in June 2030, the 50% construction share is paid in stages over the build period rather than in one sum.

Buyer's guide for this project

A few checks are specific to an off-plan purchase in a multi-collection community like this one:

• DLD fee: the Dubai Land Department charges 4% of the purchase price, which on the launch price would be AED 116,000.
• Escrow: your instalments should go into the project's RERA-regulated escrow account. Check the account named in the contract and pay only into it.
• Which collection: confirm in writing which of the four collections your unit is in, its floor and its view, since the collections differ in setting.
• Size definition: ask whether the stated area includes terraces, which are a large part of several layouts.
• Service charges: ask for the expected annual service charge, as pools, lagoons and a private beach all carry upkeep costs.
• Completion clause: read what the agreement says about the June 2030 date and any delay.

Our team at Mahboob Estate can go through the agreement, the floor plans and the payment schedule with you before you reserve. As a real estate agency Dubai buyers rely on for off-plan purchases, we also handle the registration steps after booking.

Who it suits

The Meriva Collection suits families who want space, a beach on the doorstep and a car-free routine inside the community. It also fits buyers who fly often, given the airport is about 10 minutes away. As waterfront properties Dubai investors look at for the longer term, the larger layouts and penthouses are aimed at owner-occupiers and long-stay tenants more than short lets. For Dubai property investment, the one-bedroom units are the entry point into the project.

It is less suited to anyone who wants to walk to the Metro or move in soon. Handover is scheduled for June 2030.

FAQ

When is handover at The Meriva Collection?

Completion is scheduled for June 2030, which is the second quarter of that year.

What is the difference between the four collections?

Meriva Sunset sits highest for sea and sunset views, Meriva Gardens is the greenest, Meriva Shores is closest to the beach and Meriva Signature is a limited set of residences and penthouses with larger terraces.

What is the starting price and payment plan?

The launch price starts at AED 2,900,000, payable 20% on booking, 50% during construction and 30% on handover.

Can foreign buyers buy property in Dubai at The Meriva Collection?

Yes. The residences are freehold for eligible buyers, and we can confirm your eligibility before you reserve.

Are there studios?

No. The smallest home is a one-bedroom of 832 to 880 sq ft, and the range goes up to four-bedroom penthouses of up to 4,648 sq ft.